Battle Creek Symphony Auditions

Auditions take place throughout the year, based on need. Check this page for updates or contact the Operations and Personnel Manager for openings and more information. Per service rates for 2023-2024 are $92 for principal and $82 for assistant and section except for school concerts and outreaches. Mileage is reimbursed at $.28 per mile per trip up to $120 for round trips less than 800 miles, and up to $200 for round trips greater than 800 miles. Up to one round trip per day is reimbursed. The maximum mileage reimbursed per concert cycle is $200. Musicians requesting homestays are reimbursed for one round trip (up to $200).

LODGING: Every effort will be made to provide home stays for Musicians when requested at least four weeks in advance. Musicians are responsible for their own meals and ground transportation.

The Music Center is committed to diversity and engages in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, The Music Center encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.